Karen provides career and money management classes and coaching to NVME participants. Prior to joining NVME in 2023, she worked as an administrative specialist for University of Maine at Augusta Saco Center. She also served as a tech hub navigator, helping students with technology issues. She is a multilingual learner (MLL) advisor at RSU 23, advising new Mainers and other multilingual learner students. Karen earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration Management from University of Maine at Augusta. She is particularly interested in helping adult students achieve their professional, educational and financial goals to change their lives for the better.